- AntsAnts are arguably the most prolific insect that invades and infests homes. Hundreds to thousands of ant colonies, each containing thousands of ants, can be found in nearly every lawn. Many ant colonies can be found within 2-3 feet of the home itself.
- SpidersSpiders (actually Spiderlings) migrate easily to the tallest mountain tops, most remote islands, and to the siding on your home, via a small length of silk string and can invade any home through the tiniest crack or crevice. Once inside they feed on other insects and spiders, and as such might be considered beneficial creature. All Spiders are venomous and “bite”,, and sometimes bite humans.
- TermitesTHIS IS A WOOD DESTROYING ANT (think Termite). Termites and Carpenter Ants both cause $ Billions in roof damage per year in the USA alone, and a CA colony can do significant damage in a short period of time.
- Bed BugsBedBugs are incorrectly named, which causes them to be underestimated, leading to insufficient treatment of many potential nesting sites which may be 20 feet or more from the bed in a bedroom.
- FleasSpringtails (jump like fleas, but cannot bite.) Springtails grow in numbers usually because of moist lawns, and significant shade, and become serious pests as thousands migrate inside simply because the house is in their way. Once inside, Springtails may find moist areas where they will thrive, grow in numbers, and can be distributed through the entire home, via air conditioning ducts Elimination of water (lawn watering ) and harborage (ask about ‘Exclusion’), and outside preventive/curative treatments, are the best courses of action to prevent further infestation, although none of these measures will reduce an indoor infestation.
- CockroachesCockroaches become a serious pest of multifamily dwellings, restaurants, and large commercial enterprises, as they can easily move to find many areas where they can thrive.Roaches prefer warm moist areas, and generally can be found nested within 20 feet of water. They are omnivorous and are nearly impossible to totally eliminate by reducing food or water.
- SilverfishSilverfish prefer very warm areas like the attic, and starchy foods, however they are omnivorous and can also go without food for 1 year (and can go without water, as they collect moisture from the atmosphere). So, attempts at control by eliminating food, water or harborage alone won’t work. Silverfish destroy valuable paper documents, such as books, contracts, pictures, etc.. Outside ‘Preventive Treatments’ are best, however will not eliminate an existing infestation, which can be eliminated without contaminating living spaces by a Certified tech.
- Bees
- WaspsDealing with wasps, black widows, mice, or any other uninvited guests on your own can be overwhelming. Hire us and we will resolve the situation quick, safe, and efficiently.
- Ticks
- Crickets
- EarwigsEarwigs (Think… Roaches that live outside). Earwigs prefer cool tight areas to nest in such as, under rocks and house siding. Usually more of a garden pest, Earwigs sometimes escape the heat by coming inside, and while they may be inside in great numbers usually do not thrive. Outside Preventive/Curative treatments are best, and usually will reduce the population by 80%. Reducing the number greater than 80% can be accomplished without spraying chemicals directly into the living areas, by treating inside window and door framing, and wall voids. At FVE these ‘prescription’ treatments are only performed by Certified technicians.
- CentipedesCentipedes are fast movers and good climbers. While some species can sting this is rarely happens in Illinois. Preventive treatments in Spring and Autumn are the best, as treatment inside of wall voids and window frames becomes necessary, after they have found their way in. Don’t Spray living areas with pesticides of any kind for Centipedes because doing so, does nothing to reduce the population inside walls and those inside the room still need to be cleaned up even if you have killed them and needlessly damages indoor air quality.
- MillipedesMillipedes grow to large numbers in damp areas near the home and can climb to upper floors, coming out of wall voids and window frames. Outside preventive treatments are best, as it becomes necessary to treat the inside of wall voids and window frames once great numbers have found their way in. Don’t Spray living areas with pesticides of any kind for Millipedes because doing so, does nothing to reduce the population inside walls ( and those inside the room still need to be cleaned up even if you have killed them.), and needlessly damages indoor air quality.
- BeetlesAsian Beetles These are NOT the harmless Lady beetle, we all know and love. Asian Beetles can deliver a painful “pinch”. So, If they land on you or an infant, brush them off immediately.
- Scorpions
- Hornets
- MothsIndian Meal Moths (IMMs) These very tiny erratically flying pantry pests are usually brought in bird seed or other pet food, but can be an invader from outside. They like everything from cereal to chocolate, and can get into and ruin large amounts of dry goods. Finding and eliminating all of the nesting sites is the first step in eliminating IMMs. (Don’t even think about “reducing populations to acceptable levels”, as even a few of these will develop into another serious infestation.) Pheromone ‘traps’ are not a good idea for homeowners, as the trap may lure many more from outside. Homeowners usually require help in inspecting for IMMs, which is a service that FVE provides at no charge, if we provide follow on elimination. Make certain that significant guarantee applies to treatment as resurgence of IMMs can occur months after the treatment. FVE provides at least a 9 month guarantee for all pests that we have treated.
- Stink Bugs
- Pantry Pests
- SpringtailsInvaders are indigenous pests that wander in your property. This does NOT suggest a minor problem, as anywhere from 1, 10,000 or more pests can “wander in” and even small numbers sometimes grow in number, i.e., grow into a full blown infestation. Examples of these types of invaders are: Ants, Mice, Roaches, Silverfish, Earwigs, Springtails, Indian Meal Moths, Carpet Beetles and 1000s more.
- Boxelder BugsBoxelder Bugs While these pests are “in your face” they don’t bite or sting. They can, however, stain curtains, carpeting and furniture with feces that appears like dried blood spots.
- PigeonsWe know their habitats, tendencies, and vulnerabilities and perform specific tactics and techniques to get rid of your pests permanently. Whether you have an infestation of ants, black widows, pigeons, or rodents, we are confident in our process to eliminate them.
- RodentsGuard your property against annoying pests & rodents — we are EXPERTS at helping you solve your pest problem! Our goal is to leave our clients homes more healthy, safe and comfortable than when we arrived.
- Mice
- RatsWe service over 200 different pests in Nevada including but not limited to: Bed Bugs, Ants, Pigeons, Cockroaches, Spiders, German Cockroaches, Rats, Fleas, Scorpions, Bees, Hornets, Earwigs, Wasps, Silverfish, Crickets, Mice, Ticks, and Black Widows.